January 29, 2009 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items of interest to collectors:

Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a
variety of new arrivals and many more great new preorders.

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NEW PREORDERS:
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BBTS EXCLUSIVE MARVEL SELECT BROWN COSTUME WOLVERINE This brand-new exclusive for Big Bad Toy Store shows Wolverine clad in his brown and tan costume, with a training dummy standing nearby on his display base. The Weapon X base also has a sword sticking out of the ground, that is presumably removable. This BBTS figure is priced at $24.99; check him out here

BBTS EXCLUSIVE MARVEL SELECT BROWN COSTUME WOLVERINE SET We've also listed our new exclusive as part of a trio of Wolverines. He's joined by the upcoming Marvel Select Wolverine and his First Appearance variant, all in one tidy package priced at $54.99. We expect to see the regular and variant figures before we receive our exclusive, so we'll hold those figures here until we can ship the set together, this June.

STAR WARS ARC-170 STARFIGHTER This brand-new starfighter is sized to work with the 3-3/4" figures, and is the first version of what would later become Incom's X-Wing Fighter. One of the main ships of the Republic's forces, the ARC-170 was used in battle against the Separatist forces. We've got it listed at $74.99, and you can check it out here

SPECIALTY EXCLUSIVE STAR WARS MIGHTY MUGGS 2009 WAVE 1 The latest wave of Star Wars Mighty Muggs that Hasbro has announced is the new specialty-exclusive 2009 Wave 1. This assortment includes Qui-Gon Jinn, the Wampa, an Imperial Guard and Wicket the Ewok. Pick up the set of 4 at $47.99, or mix and match your favorites at $12.99 each.

GI JOE GREATEST BATTLES DVD PACK This new DVD Box set includes Duke, Cobra Commander, Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow, along with weapons and accessories, and a DVD with some of the GI Joe team's greatest stories on it. This box set is priced at $23.99, and you can check it out here

MOTU CLASSICS We have listings up for the next few Masters of the Universe Classics figures from Mattel, to assist our customers in picking them up. Stratos is set to arrive in the middle of February, followed by Faker in March and Mer-Man, with two different heads, in April. Each figure is priced at $34.99, and you can check them out here

CELTIC PREDATOR MASK PROP REPLICA This great new piece is cast in fiberglass with a light-up targeting feature, and is an exact replica of the original screen prop from "Alien Vs. Predator." Each piece his hand-painted and hand-finished, individually hand-numbered and comes with a display stand. This piece is listed at $284.99, $25 below the MSRP, and we've got more information and a pic here

MARVEL MINIMATES WAVE CHANGE & NEW X-MEN ORIGINS WOLVERINE WAVE Minimates fans - the old wave 26, with Psylocke and Gambit, has been changed to Wave 27, which is due out in a few months. All pre-orders are still in place; the wave has merely been delayed to allow for the movie-timed release of the new "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" wave 26 of minimates. This assortment includes Deadpool & Congo Wolverine, Blob & Leather Jacket Wolverine, Logan & Sabretooth and the limited variant Logan & Congo Sabretooth, and the set of eight is listed at $24.99, a savings of $7 off the MSRP.

QUEENS BLADE ANIME VERSION FIGURES We've listed new Anime versions of three of the ladies from Queens Blade. Mellona, Tomoe and Nowa are all at 1/7 scale, and each girl comes with an appropriate accessory. These ladies are listed at $104.99 each, and you can check them out here

BIBLE BLACK TWO-PACK This new figure set has Kaori and Hiroko in 1/8 scale form, and they appear to be enjoying a relaxing evening. They come with overstuffed cushions, and the set is limited to 2000 pieces worldwide. The set is priced at $134.99, $15 off MSRP, and you can take a look at it here

WATCHMEN MOTION COMIC Just in time for the movie's release, Warner Brothers has announced this collection of the Motion Comic adaptation of the graphic novel. The images come alive in this complete collection of all twelve chapters, with moving images and voiceover allowing you to get the full story on this new blockbuster movie before it releases. We've got it available on DVD at $29.99, and Blu-Ray, for $35.99. This five-hour set is a great way to read the original graphis novel, both to enjoy on its own and to compare with the movie.

NEW NECA WATCHMEN MERCHANDISE Speaking of the new movie, NECA has announced a number of additional Watchmen movie items. From Messenger bags and lunchboxes to magnets, clocks and keychains, you can deck yourself out in all manner of Watchmen goodies. Check out the new assortment of pre-orders here

DRAGON MODEL KITS Just a quick head's-up - we've listed a large quantity of new Dragon models of various kinds. We've got 1/72 F6F-3 Hellcats, the 1/700 German Battleship Tirpitz, a couple of different WWII German BWM Motorcycle models, a 1/35 Panzer Kampfwagen, die-cast United Express 1/400 scale jets and much more - feel free to browse the entire selection, here

DRAGON 1/6 SCALE 4X4 VEHICLE One particular new Dragon item will be of interest to 1/6 scale figure
collectors. The 1/6 Scale 1/4 Ton 4x4 Truck with M2 .50 calibur Browning Machine Gun is loaded with detail and is priced at $284.99 - don't forget to check this one out, here

UFC SERIES 2 & 3 FIGURES - CASE, SET, SINGLES We've listed the second and third waves of UFC figures from Jakks. Wave two includes favorites like Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, Frank Mir and Matt Serra, and wave three is slated to have figures of Patrick Cote and Thiago Silva. We've got cases of 12 listed for $99.99, a set of eight (which may need to be adjusted - see sets for info) for $89.99, and singles priced at $9.99 each. Check out the assortments and pick your favorite UFC stars!

BIOHAZARD COLLECTION FIGURES These imported 4"-6" PVC figures from Resident Evil, called Biohazard in Japan, depict the various heroes, villains and monsters from the video game series. We've got them listed individually at $16.99 - $20.99 each, or you can pick up a set of all six figures for $104.99. Take a look at the pics of these fantastically sculpted new figures here

ULTIMATE MARVEL COLLECTION SILVER INGOT STAMP SET World Class Collections has announced two new sets from its Silver Ingot Stamp sets. Thor and Captain America appear to represent the Avengers, and Wolverine and Magneto show for the X-Men. Each set includes a solid silver ingot embossed with one of the USPS' stamp images and a pure silver medallion with another image from the artwork. Each set is priced at $159.99 (a savings of $19 off the MSRP) and are part of a limited edition.

MOVIE MASTERPIECE PLANET OF THE APES GORILLA CAPTAIN, PRICE CHANGE - 169.99 to 119.99 A third Hot Toys Planet of the Apes figures has been announced. The Gorilla Captain is ready to join his brethren, and comes with a flag, a mancatcher, a rifle (with removable magazine), a pistol, a backpack and more. He is priced at $119.99, and we have repriced our Gorilla Soldier and General Ursus listings to $119.99 as well (including previous pre-orders), thanks to a supplier price break. Check out the new Gorilla Captain's listing here

TORCHWOOD WAVE 2 A second wave of Torchwood figures has been announced by Underground Toys. This wave will include a re-release of the rare Cyberwoman figure on new Series 2 packaging, along with Captain John, Toshiko "Tosh" Sato, Ianto Jones and a Blowfish alien. We've got the complete wave of 5 listed at $79.99, a partial set of 4 (missing the Cyberwoman) at $64.99, and singles of Captain John, Tosh and Ianto at $16.99 each.

NEW BOWEN STATUES We've listed four new Bowen Design Marvel statues. Warren Worthington is represented twice; once in his normal human look in the Angel 12.5" statue, and again in a 14.5" statue representing (sans skull mask) his time as Archangel, horseman of Apocalypse. The other two statues are also of a single hero - Daredevil. Twin 15" sculpts have him crouching atop a (removable) gargoyle base, one in his traditional red costume, and one in his black and red armored look. Red Daredevil is listed at $184.99, Angel at $189.99, and both Armored Daredevil and Archangel clock in at $209.99, $15 below MSRP.

NEW BOWEN BUSTS Bowen Designs has also announced a number of Marvel busts coming out in the next few months. We've got listings up for Batroc at $44.99, Ulik at $59.99, the Zombie at $44.99, Executioner at $59.99, Mojo at $49.99 and Thor, Frog of Thunder (result of a curse) at $54.99. There is a bust to suit every Marvel collector's taste - choose your favorite!

STITCH LIFE-SIZED VCD Medicom has announced a new 18" tall life-sized VCD of Stitch. This enormous figure has his mouth open in a wide grin, and looks ready for trouble. This fantastic piece would make an especially nice gift for Disney collectors, and we've got him listed at $264.99, $15 off the MSRP.

SNOOPY 1950'S EDITION LARGE VCD This large (over 11" tall!) VInyl Snoopy is done in the 50's style, back when he looked more like a dog and less like a human being. The sculpt and design captures his quizzical look, and he's listed at $97.99. This nostalgic figure is sure to be a centerpiece of a Peanuts collection, or a great gift for a Snoopy fan.

ULTIMATE COLLECTION MUHAMMAD ALI STATUE The third statue to be released from Upper Deck's Pro Shots Ultimate Collection has been listed. This time, the honoree is Muhammad Ali, captured here as he appeared as the 1965 Heavyweight Champion during a title defense match. This 16" statue is priced at $179.99 $20 off the MSRP, and is expected in May.

LYRICAL NANOHA STRIKERS SUBURU NAKAJIMA Private Suburu Nakajima is a front attacker for the Stars Squad, and uses her Mach Caliber rollerblades and Revolver Knuckle weapon for the TSAB. This 1/7 scale PVC figure of Suburu is priced at $94.99, and you can check it out here

BAMBOO BLADE TAMAKI KAWAZOE This 1/8 scale PVC figure of Tamaki Kawazoe is seated, and gripping a bamboo Kendo blade practice weapon in her hands. This figure also comes with a bonus super deformed Kawazoe figure, and the set is priced at $73.99. Check this set out here

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NEW GI JOE FIVE-PACK WAVE - SET, SINGLES The new GI Joe 5-pack cases have arrived at our warehouse. This assortment includes GI Joe 5-Pack #2, with Hawk, Lady Jaye, Flint, Snake Eyes and Shipwreck, and Cobra Pack #3, with Cobra Commander, Storm Shadow, the Baroness, Zartan and a Cobra Viper. We've got the set of two boxes priced at $56.99, or you can opt for the individual boxes, priced at $29.99 each.

HOT TOYS APPLESEED - TRADING FIGURES Figures listed in this assortment are Briareos, Rhoetus, Deunan Knute, Tereus Knute and Manuel Aeacus, with pieces to create Landmate Armor. Each case should have a full set of figures, plus extra duplicates. Each fully posable snap kit features approximately 20 points of articulation and stands approximately 4 inches tall. Included with each kit is a piece of the Landmate power armor, which can be assembled to form a full 7-inch Landmate suit wearable by the ES.W.A.T. figures.

PREMIUM FORMAT TUSKEN RAIDER Sideshow delivers another cool 1/4 scale statue - the Tusken Raider is made of polystone and measures around 24" tall. In stock now at $279.99 - $20 under MSRP

TRANSFORMERS UNIVERSE MIGHTY MUGGS WAVE 1 The newest thing to hit our warehouse is the Transformers G1 Mighty Muggs. The first assortment of figures includes Optimus Prime and Bumblebee from the Autobots, and Megatron and Soundwave from the Decepticons. We've got the case of four figures listed at $44.99, and we've got a few singles of Bumblebee as well, at $12.99.

TF BUSTS - ARCEE, IRONHIDE, RUMBLE + RATBAT We've restocked on a number of Transformers G1 busts. We've got female Aubot Arcee, old warhorse Ironhide, and tape duo Rumble and Ratbat, each priced at $49.99, which is $10 below the MSRP for each. If you've been waiting to fill the gaps in your bust collection, now is your opportunity.

CINEMA OF FEAR JASON VOORHEES (2009) This new Jason Voorhees figure is sculpted and detailed based on the new version from the upcoming remake of the classic horror movie. He comes with his signature hockey mask and machete, and he's priced at $16.99. You can pick up yours now, just in time for the new movies release - check him out here

BLANK WHITE MIGHTY MUGG We've also received a shipment of blank Mighty Mugg figures from Hasbro. This blank white figure is the perfect starting point to make your own Mighty Muggs, using any license you like. He's priced at $11.99 - get yours here

THE SPIRIT - SET OF FIVE The movie may have come and gone, but these figures are nice enough to hold on to, especially the figure of Samuel L. Jackson, as the Octopus. This set includes the title hero, jewel thief Sand Seref, villainess Plaster of Paris, evil mastermind the Octopus, and his henchman Pathos. The set is priced at $69.99, and you can get a look at the figures here

REVOLTECH STREET FIGHTER ONLINE GUILE, LINGHU CHONG The newest Revoltech figures from Street Fighter Online have arrived. This wave includes Guile, the American military man with the comb fetish, and Linghu Chong, named after a famous writer. Each figure is priced at $22.99, and you can check them out here

STAR TREK PLUSH TRIBBLES The new 6" Tribble role-play toys are fuzzy representations of the original creatures, along with electronics to put them in either calm or agitated modes, with sounds and motion. We've go tthe Brown and Beige Tribbles listed singly at $26.99 and $24.99 respectively, or you can pick up the trio (including the Grey Tribble) for $79.99 - take a look!

MIGHTY MUGGS THANOS & RED SKULL We've received a few more of the Previews Exclusive Thanos and Red Skull Mighty Muggs sets. Now, these two villains can be menacingly cute in your collection, too. The pair is priced at $33.99 ($6 below MSRP), and you can get yours here

VICTORIOUS MONGOOSE 1902A RAYGUN This old-time raygun by WETA is said to be able to "obliterate four pounds of Budgerigars in three fascinating seconds." It's a limited edition piece, made of metal, with a hand-carved wooden handle. It comes in a velvet-lined pressed tin case, with acertificate of authenticity and an assortment of implements and crafting tools. We've got it priced at $499.99 (a savings of $50 off the MSRP), and would be a great gift for any sci-fi fan, especially for fans of older material.

DOCTOR WHO STATUES We've just received a number of Doctor Who statues into stock. "The Cybercontroller" is priced at $239.99 ($60 below MSRP), and shows the leader of the Cybermen seated in his control machine. "Terror of the Autons" shows the Master crouched above the fallen body of an Auton and is listed at $259.99 ($20 below MSRP), and "Genesis of the Daleks" shows the fourth Doctor trying to stop Davros, the creator of the Daleks, and is priced at $274.99 ($25 below MSRP). Check out all of these new statues here

TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED SEASON 2 DVD We've received the second season of the new hit "Transformers: Animated" cartoon. This season introduced a number of new characters, like Blurr and Swindle, and saw a climactic battle between the Autobots and the Decepticons. We've got this set listed at $25.99 - take a look

TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED DELUXE WAVE 6 - SET, CASE We've restocked on this new wave of Transformers Animated Deluxe figures, and now have stock in both the pair of Samurai Prowl and Waspinator, priced at $30.99, and the case of eight, with two each of Samurai Prowl and Waspinator, and one each of Soundwave, Elite Guard Bumblebee, Blurr and Swindle, for $92.99. Check out these figures and more, here